Essex Agricultural and Technical Institute - Aggie / Maple Yearbook (Hathorne, MA)

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To the members of the Class of 1972: As you approach the culmination of your education at ‘‘Essex Ag- gie’’ I hope that you will make the right choice of the road to follow in the next phase of your career development. You have completed a vocational — technical program which has enabled you to attain the purposeful goals of a secondary education and at the same time the kind and quality of operational and deci- sionmaking competencies that are basically essential in your career field. Congratulations. You will soon be separated from friends, surroundings, and activities which you have enjoyed during these last four years. May I suggest that you maintain these relationships by occasional visits to the campus to renew your association with teachers and other employees of the Institute. You can also make a serious effort to retain your personal relationships with classmate s. By so doing, you will maintain and continue your present friendships. Please remember that you belong to the ““Essex Family” and you can always rely on us for career guidance, em- ployment opportunities, or additional training. Stay with us — wecan help you. I am sure that you have had happy and profitable days here at Essex and this Yearbook will, in the days and years ahead, enable you to cherish these memories. This book is a precious treasure — keep it safe. Best wishes for the attainments of your career aims and for fulfillment in your personal life in the years ahead. Director

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SA DORmME Sr Mr. Jake Ranta was much respected and revered by those of us in the senior class who come in contact with him. He was always available for information whether or not it per- tained to our major field. We soon discovered the breadth of his knowledge, and the facility he exhibited in transmitting his skills to us. His acknowledged excellence in the field of breeding his patience with us as neophytes made our intro- duction to Animal Science a pleasurable experience. It was not uncommon to hear last year’s graduates singing Mr. Ranta’s praises. If a word is necessary for description, we are in agreement that “‘nice’’ was the word for Mr. Ranta.

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Congratulations to the members of the graduating class of 1972. This class has established several innovations at Essex which I am sure will benefit all students in future years. The leadership to reform the student council, students on instructors standing committees, the Junior Prom being held in June, innova- tions to finance the class of 1972, and the establishment of a student rights policy are examples of the progress made by your outstanding group. ar, In these changing times, I am sure you will find that the practical education you recieved at Essex will be beneficial to you in all your endeavors. As you leave Essex and enter adult life, I wish you the best of luck and every success. [aqme FAR Raymond F. Potter Educational Manager Class of 1972: Since you started school here at Essex many scientific and technical developments have taken place. New oppertunities as well as new problems have evolved. Your challenge to this exciting future im- plies greater responsibility. In addition to the responsibilities of your career you will be faced with many civic problems, particularly in the field of ecology. May the years ahead provide for you a rewarding career. We would welcome a visit from you in the future in hopes that you may share your experiences with us. Best of luck. Tete fame